AI-generatedMiyazaki at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – May, Oct – Dec
- Warmest month
- Aug · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 28.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,120 h
- Rain a year
- 2,246 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Miyazaki
Miyazaki has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,120 hours of sunshine a year, Miyazaki is moderately sunny; August is the sunniest month with 6.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Miyazaki
The best time to visit Miyazaki is from March to May and from October to December. In October, though, the typhoon season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go in October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in March and from October to December. Rain is frequent from June to September; the wettest month is June with 405 mm.
Miyazaki through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Miyazaki in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 17–25 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 37 rainy days in all
Miyazaki in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 27–32 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 57 rainy days in all
Miyazaki in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 20–29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Miyazaki in winter
Dec – Feb
Good
- 13–15 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar, Oct – Dec
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jun – Sep
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: March – May, October – December
October is the peak of the typhoon season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
Keep in mindStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 19°
- Midday, 13:00: about 25°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
06:1717:43
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:02–06:49 · evening 17:10–17:58
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:52–06:02 · evening 17:58–18:08
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Miyazaki compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 27° at the start of the month to 22° at the end. The sea cools from 27° to 25°. The days get 0.9 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 13° |
| Sea | 27° | 25° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.0 h |
What is the weather like in Miyazaki in October?
In October, Miyazaki is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 174 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Miyazaki.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 27 min06:17 – 17:43
- UV index
- 6 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 9 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 52 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+9offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %43 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %47 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Miyazaki
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November has the better holiday weather in Miyazaki: score 79 against 73. In November, days are 5 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 2 °C cooler in November. November has 2 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 73 | 79better |
| Daytime high | 25° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 10° |
| Sea | 25.8° | 23.6° |
| Sunshine | 5.6 h | 5.6 h |
| Rainy days | 11 | 9better |
| Rainfall | 174 mm | 114 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 9 | 1better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Miyazaki month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
60January13° · Sea 20° · 6.2 h
In January, Miyazaki is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 19.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 79 mm. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Miyazaki.
Miyazaki in January61February14° · Sea 19° · 6.0 h
In February, Miyazaki is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 106 mm in total. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Miyazaki.
Miyazaki in February69March17° · Sea 19° · 6.0 h
In March, Miyazaki is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 18.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 151 mm in total. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Miyazaki.
Miyazaki in March73April21° · Sea 20° · 6.2 h
In April, Miyazaki is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 169 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Miyazaki.
Miyazaki in April70May25° · Sea 22° · 5.8 h
In May, Miyazaki is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 217 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Miyazaki.
Miyazaki in May53June27° · Sea 24° · 4.0 h
In June, Miyazaki is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 405 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Miyazaki.
Miyazaki in June33July32° · Sea 26° · 6.4 h
In July, Miyazaki is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 243 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miyazaki.
Miyazaki in July33August32° · Sea 28° · 6.7 h
In August, Miyazaki is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 235 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miyazaki.
Miyazaki in August47September29° · Sea 27° · 5.2 h
In September, Miyazaki is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 276 mm. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Miyazaki.
Miyazaki in September73October25° · Sea 26° · 5.6 h
In October, Miyazaki is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 174 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Miyazaki.
Miyazaki in October79November20° · Sea 24° · 5.6 h
In November, Miyazaki is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 23.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 114 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Miyazaki.
Miyazaki in November72December15° · Sea 21° · 5.9 h
In December, Miyazaki is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 78 mm. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Miyazaki.
Miyazaki in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Miyazaki
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 16°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 9 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (3°), the warmest in August (25°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and in October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 131 days a year, mostly from June to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 60 | 13° | 3° | 19.5° | 6.2 h | 7 | 79 |
| FebruaryFeb | 61 | 14° | 4° | 18.7° | 6.0 h | 9 | 106 |
| MarchMar | 69 | 17° | 8° | 18.9° | 6.0 h | 12 | 151 |
| AprilApr | 73 | 21° | 12° | 20.0° | 6.2 h | 12 | 169 |
| MayMay | 70 | 25° | 17° | 21.9° | 5.8 h | 13 | 217 |
| JuneJun | 53 | 27° | 20° | 24.0° | 4.0 h | 20 | 405 |
| JulyJul | 33 | 32° | 24° | 26.4° | 6.4 h | 19 | 243 |
| AugustAug | 33 | 32° | 25° | 28.1° | 6.7 h | 18 | 235 |
| SeptemberSep | 47 | 29° | 22° | 27.4° | 5.2 h | 18 | 276 |
| OctoberOct | 73 | 25° | 16° | 25.8° | 5.6 h | 11 | 174 |
| NovemberNov | 79 | 20° | 10° | 23.6° | 5.6 h | 9 | 114 |
| DecemberDec | 72 | 15° | 5° | 21.4° | 5.9 h | 6 | 78 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Miyazaki
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 25.2 – 26.6 °C
Swimming season: Apr – Dec
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Miyazaki ranges from 18.7 °C in February to 28.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from April to December.
From October to March the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 27.5 and 28.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 19.5° | 18.7° | 20.3° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 18.7° | 17.8° | 19.4° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 18.9° | 17.9° | 19.6° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 20.0° | 19.2° | 20.9° | refreshing |
| MayMay | 21.9° | 21.2° | 22.8° | refreshing |
| JuneJun | 24.0° | 23.3° | 24.7° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 26.4° | 25.6° | 27.3° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.1° | 27.5° | 28.8° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.4° | 26.9° | 27.9° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 25.8° | 25.2° | 26.6° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 23.6° | 22.7° | 24.3° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 21.4° | 20.7° | 21.9° | refreshing |
Sunshine hours in Miyazaki
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.6 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Miyazaki, 49 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 2 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Miyazaki: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Miyazaki has about 11 rainy days with 174 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Miyazaki
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 6 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 30 min
- Light brown skin
- about 40 min
- Olive skin
- about 50 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Miyazaki
How breezy and how cloudy Miyazaki is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Miyazaki typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 52 % of the sky over Miyazaki: variable cloud, with about 5.6 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Miyazaki
How often the day gets hot in Miyazaki (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Miyazaki has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 25 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Miyazaki
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Miyazaki in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Miyazaki has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 73) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 33).
- 72
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
- 67
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
- 33
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 73
October half-term
Oct
GoodBest holidays
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 66
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 12 h 5 min
- Distance
- 9,620 km
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Jet lag
- About 8 days (8 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Miyazaki lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Miyazaki vs Kagoshima
In October the holiday weather in Miyazaki and Kagoshima is about equally good (score 73 vs 77). During the day Kagoshima is 1 °C warmer than Miyazaki. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Miyazaki | Kagoshima |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 73 | 77 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 26° |
| Sea | 26° | 26° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 11 | 10 |
| Best time | Mar – May, Oct – Dec | Mar – May, Oct – Dec |
Through the year
Japan in October: the best places
In October, Miyazaki ranks 23 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Sasebo24°24°82
- 2Nagasaki24°24°81
- 3Fukuoka24°23°81
- 4Kure23°23°81
- 5Hiroshima24°23°81
- 6Kumamoto24°23°80
- 7Shimonoseki24°23°80
- 8Yamaguchi23°80
- 23MiyazakiThis page25°26°73
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Frequently asked questions about Miyazaki
When is the best time to visit Miyazaki?
The best time to visit Miyazaki is from March to May and from October to December. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Miyazaki?
The sea temperature in Miyazaki ranges from 18.7 °C in February to 28.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from April to December.
Can you swim in Miyazaki in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Miyazaki?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Miyazaki?
Rain is frequent from June to September; the wettest month is June with 405 mm. The driest month is December with 78 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Miyazaki get?
Miyazaki gets around 2,120 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is August with 6.7 hours a day; in June there are 4.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Miyazaki in?
Miyazaki is on UTC+9 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Miyazaki?
A nonstop flight from London to Miyazaki takes about 12 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,620 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Miyazaki?
Miyazaki lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Miyazaki?
Miyazaki has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 73) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 33). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 72, May half-term 67, summer holidays 33, October half-term 73, Christmas holidays 66.